Why does he seem to love babies?

I have a rooster that appears to absolutely adore little chicks. He will get really close and lay down next to them. He will allow them to peck and jump on him, he never pecks back at them. He just remains still next to them, occasionally pecking the ground to share food. Does he actually adore babies?? These aren't even his kids how do I tell him...

I have a rooster that appears to absolutely adore little chicks. He will get really close and lay down next to them. He will allow them to peck and jump on him, he never pecks back at them. He just remains still next to them, occasionally pecking the ground to share food. Does he actually adore babies?? These aren't even his kids how do I tell him...